Karis Rae Salyers (Good Day Gracie)

I honestly have no idea if I will still be pregnant or not, so I’m probably not buying a new dress for that day specifically at this point, but I have enjoyed looking at all the pretty new arrivals that are out right now. I’m definitely eyeing several of these Easter and spring dress finds to wear in the upcoming season thought. Pastels, gingham prints, and midi style dresses are definitely my jam right now and very much on my radar. I’m just so into gingham prints right now.

I’ve always thought nurses were special people but, over the past year, I’ve had a whole new appreciation for the work they do and care they provide no matter what their speciality is in. For the inside of each bag, I included a chapstick (hospital air always feels so drying), eye-masks (these are amazing for puffs and dark circles), a hand sanitizer (I love this clean brand), and three ponytail holders (a clear coil, blue coil, and leopard print stretchy). All of these little bags will be in this bin from Target and then I’m filling the front with some grab-n-go snacks (granola bars, cheez-it packs, fruit snacks, etc.). Of course, any of these items (raffia, tags, hair ties, etc. would be super easy to change out for pink or another color if you’re having a girl or it’s a surprise).

A lot of the time, I just have a centerpiece on the table on top of a runner and we move our placemats over when it’s time to eat. However, usually around a holiday or certain times of the year, I like to play around a bit with linens, dishes, and fun place settings. After receiving some gorgeous pieces from the new French Perle Scallop collection by Lenox (huge thanks to the Lenox team for sending these my way), I couldn’t help but to create a fun, colorful spring tablescape that works for Easter and beyond. : I think the prices of a lot of these items will surprise you in a good way… $5 placemats, $20 bamboo flatware for a set of 4, $12 table runner, etc.

After what feels like a whirlwind of the past two weeks, our home renovations are finally finishing up today and we will be able to get back settled in our updated space to enjoy our last few weeks as a family of three before baby boy arrives in 4 weeks or less. I’ve mentioned before that we already have a lot of the “essential” newborn baby items/gear since this is our second go-around, but I have ordered some other items and cutesy things for our newest little guy. Since we won’t have a Fresh 48 session due to Covid, this will help me feel like we have some extra cutesy pictures of our little love while in the hospital. Again, with having some of the bigger more essential gear already on hand from Bodie, a lot of these purchases have been more “cute” and “frivolous,” but purchases I’m still so excited about nonetheless.